Leadership Next 2025: Redefining the Future of Presales Leadership

​This year’s Leadership Next Summit explores what it means to lead in a time of transformation, where influence, innovation, and adaptability define the next generation of presales leadership.

​Across four sessions, we will move beyond theory to the real work of leadership today: designing scalable teams, leading from the gaps, making tough calls under pressure, and doing more with less.

​Whether you are an aspiring manager or a seasoned leader, you will walk away with practical strategies, candid insights, and renewed clarity on what it takes to build high-impact presales organizations in 2025 and beyond.

​Agenda (All times in Pacific Time)

​8:00 AM | Opening Remarks

​8:10 AM | From Firefighter to Architect: Designing Scalable Presales Teams
How leaders evolve from reactive management to intentional, sustainable org design.

​9:00 AM | Influence Without Authority: Leading from the Gaps
How to lead cross-functionally and drive change, even without formal power.

​9:50 AM | Breakout Discussions
Join small-group conversations to connect with peers and share takeaways from the morning sessions.

​10:10 AM | The Courageous Leader: Making Tough Calls Under Pressure
Candid stories of real leadership moments, boundaries, and integrity under pressure.

​11:00 AM | Doing More with Less: Redesigning Presales for a Leaner Future
Practical tactics for scaling impact through smarter systems, tools, and team focus.

​11:50 AM | Closing Reflections

​Thank you to our partners at Reprise for helping make this event possible.